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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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